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Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
A.

The st. Louis Globe-Democrat Of a re-
cent date has a sketch and picture of
Capt. John NJ. Easton, Indian farmer on
the reservation across the lake from this
city. Capt. Easton is in his sOth year,
and is probably the oldest man in the &C.
tive service Of the government. He is a
Democrat of the ultra Bourbon style
was Il Democrat when Abraham Lincoln
was a Wing and remained a Democrat
when Lincoln became a Republican and
Whiggery1c oased to exist. He was an
intimate associate Of Lincoln's, and
acted as his second in the Lincoln-Shiclds
duel, which wasn't fought, but came w-
fully near being fought-so near, in fact,
that the place of meeting has over since
been known as Bloody Island. Capt.
Easton is hale and hearty, and is liable
to live many years in this pure Dakota
atmosphere.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23

GEORGE WILLIAM CURTIS who was a
delegate in the convention that nomin.
ated Mr.. Blaine and afterward support
ed Mr.. Cleveland. says that " John Sher-
man Is almost rs Objectionable to the
Mugwumps as Mr.. Blaine" Among all
the men who have been mentioned fo1
thepresidency in the past qurater of a
century not one of them had a better OF
a cleaner record than MI. Sherman. Mr.
Curtis says he will support Mr.. Cleve'
land. This will be good news for the
Republicans.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23

The Fargo Argus, encouraged by the
peculiar result of the late mayoralty
election in that city, don't skip an issue
nowadays without printing something Of
a puaatory nature concerning Gen. AL
len. Edwards is grooming the general
for congress again, and the general
stands about the street combing
his long black locks with his delicate
white fingers, as if to say. ~ haven't had
an office for several months, and I am
your candidate"
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
.DlsGUsTED

The New York Evening Post, one of
the Mugwump papers which supported
Cleveland. has this to say in IL recent
editorial:
We believe firmly in the great su-
periority of President Cleveland to
any of his recent predecessors in
his manner of using the patronage of
the government, but cannot conceal from
ourselves, nevertheless, that it is in the
highest degree dangerous t. enter on
the last year of his administration
without greatly checking the political
activity Of some of his ~subordinates, and
not only this, but, without giving the
public a good many conspicuous exam.
pies, between now and June 1883, of
the same kind of administration he had
in mind when lie wrote his celebrated
letter to MI. George William Curtis and
others. A. good many gentlemen are in
fact now preparing for his denomination
! n a way which will make 1t extremely
difficult for civil service reformers to go
to the polls for him with the alacrity they
displayed in 1884.
Mr., Cleveland's predecessors were not
hypocrites ; they did not promise one
thing and do another. They gave the
offices to their party friends, if they
found them worthy. MI. Cleveland
commenced his administration with the
promise and pledge that he would
change the whole scheme by giving the
Offices to worthy men regardless Of pol.
itics. He called this civil service re-
form. Geo. VIM. Curtis and others of
the truly good" applauded the presi-
dent and said "bravo" The old.time
Democratic leaders who worked like
hired hands to get Cleveland into Office
butted their heads against stone walls
and things and said t'damnw The
great work of "reform" went on for a
few months, but the swearing Democ-
racy finally overcame the Mugwumps,
Mr.. Cleveland got the second term idea
in his head, but he soon discovered that
the Mugwumps couldn't elect him !; II
would be necessary to have the assistance
of the Democracy. He changed his
tactics. Worthy men were fired out Of
Office and politicians put in. Curtis and
his crew remained silent for awhile, in
the hope that Cleveland would not 60 tc
the extent of bringing Mugwumpism
"into disrepute." Cleveland has gone
so far over to the spoils system that he
can eve return to the Curtis " reform
idea. He has acknowledged hat thu
party IS greater than the man. Anc
that's what's the matter with the Even
ing Post. It sees that Cleveland's ad
ministration has been one of false pre-
tense. The great Grover-the mar .
destiny-n on his knees before tn,
Democratic party. Will the party for
give him! He has slapped the Mug
wump cheek ; will they turn the othel
cheek?
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23

THE board of commissioners of Bot
tineau county instructed Clerk Coul-
thard to obtain his supplies of books,
stationery, etc., of the Devils Lake In
TER-OcEAN, its figures being the most
reasonable. In ordering the goods, Mr.,
Coulthard writes that the board also
took into consideration the fact that the
INTER. OCEAN is n home institution. This
is the proper spirit, and the INTER-O OCEAN
thoroughly appreciates and is not likely
to forget the compliment.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
SPARKS
Surveys in this Land District to be
Prosecuted,

HURON, D. r., April l9.-In January,
1856, Commissioner Sparks suspended
all of the surveying contracts whichSur
veyor General Taylor had lot for surveys
in the Turtle mountain region, on the
ground that the Turtle mountain band
of Indians, numbering $50, laid claim to
10000, 900 acres of land in that section.
Gen. Taylor has received notification
that Secretary Lamar has oyerruled
Sparks action and ordered him to APP
prove the contracts which he suspended.
Sparks is also directed by the secretary
to transmit the plats of former surveys
to tho respective land offices, thus throw
ing the surveyed lands open to settle
ment. Gen. Taylor ent word today to
the deputies to go ahead with their con-
tracts and complete them as rapidly as
possible. This news will cause great re-
joiclng in the Devils Lake country,
where whole townships, as Gen. Taylor
states, are taken up and are occupied by
settlers who know nothing of their boun.
Diary lines.
Inquiry at the land Office in this city
shows the following towns which were
surveyed two or three years ago, but will
now be placed on the market: 159-87,
1879, 1870, 1871, 1872, 1915, 1876
1871. 1917 and 150-79. Contracts fol
surveys had been let for as many more
towns in the district, but the contractors
preferred not to go to the expense O
doing the work and waiting until Sparks
was dead to get their pay. BY this ordel
reversing Sparks, fully twenty-fiv.
townships in this district will come into
market.-ED.l
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
INTERSTATE COMMERCE.

-Brads treet's has investigated the In
ter.state commerce law and finds that
advances in railway rates east of the
Missouri river from former %(actual)
rates to those now required range from
so to 40 per cent ; that there are few IN.
creases below 10 per cent and some
above 40 per cent, not including trans
continental rates, which range from 800
to 700 per cent higher and becomes pro-
hibitive, and that the bulk of the 'tlocal"
business shipped from New York city
is obliged to pay from 10 to Is per cent
higher freight charges than heretofore.
TIE changes in rail rates of leading ar
ticles shipped from Philadelphia to in
terror points do not differ materially
from those of New York west-bound
shipments. As regards Boston, the
principal effect of the law is the aboli.
ton of the lower rate Oh export grain
allowed to that port, and the point will
probably be laid before the commission.
Many of the principal New England
wooden mills are finding the cost of tran.
sporting their raw material greatly in
creased by the abolition of special rates
if not by the raising of public tariffs.
The Pacific roads have receded from
the extreme ground which they took at
the outset, but even their rates on wool
from San Francisco to Boston as to pre-
vent overland shipments. At Chicago
the most notable effect wa the falling
of in eastrbound shipments from 71,00(
tons Of the week before last to $4,000
tons the last week.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
protecting the Poor Settler"

Let's see. Wasn't it Mr.. Cleveland
who gave out some very patriotic, high
sounding phrases to correspondent re-
Gently about how he loved and would
protect the poor but honest settler and
his rights? Wasn't it this same Grover
who thought tho poor man who had in
good faith taken up his 100 acres of land
Fought to feel that the government is be-
hind him?" Well, the government is be-
hind him now with a vengence and a
sharp stick. Those poor fellows on the
and Chamberlain, who took one presi-
dents word for it and settled on the land,
are now to be driven out at the point of
the bayonet;; by order of another presi-
dent. Such Of their property as cannot
be carried away or as the lazy Indian
flames. Sparks may be a sharp thorn in
the side OF the honest settler, but what
shall we say Of his chief?
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23

OUR city election C May 2, &C.
cording to a call printed elsewhere In
these columns. There is rs yet but very
little stir over the affair. We want q
broad gagged board of trustees and a good
marshal. If the people are satisfied
that the present board and marshal
have fulfilled these prerequisites, a re-
election is in order.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
A New Indian Agent.
Turtle Mountain Times,

For some time past it has been ru.
mored that Philip Wells, who has charge
IF the little reservation at the east end Of
the mountains, was soon to be s%uperced-
ed, and this week We are informed that
the rumor is true, and that the man ap-
pointed to take his place is E. w. Bren-
ner. Sheriff Flynn is personally &C.
quainted with the gentleman, and states
that he is a man we'll qualified to deal
with the Indians on account of his long
experience among them
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
List of Letters.

Remaining uncalled for at the post.
Office at Devils Lake. D. T.. for the week
ending April %, 1887. If not called for
within thirty days they will be sent
to the dead letter office. Parties calling
for any of said letters will please say ad.
vertised:
Becker Albert Brakken I~ngeborg
Budd James
Cuff David H Corner Mr.
Connor Patrick
Donald & Want Dickerson III
Ellis Mr. W
Galligan Ed
Hackett Edmond Jr Hildreth Ira f
Hanson Mrs Mary Haralds0S
Kerr George
Larsen Miss Augusta Leftwhich jefferson
Leonard Mary Jane
McCanna Thomas Murray Patrick
Nelson Mrs Thora
Peterson Edward
Shady Dedrik
Tonseth Dedrik
Watkins J IN
H. G. HANsBRoUoH,
Postmaster.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
Churohs Ferry.

Special Correspondence Of the IxrER.0cEAN.l
The long-expected, much-petitioned-
for and greatly -be-desired daily mail
commences Monday April Is, after which
date Churchs Ferry will be the distrib-
uting point for the. mail going to Kildahl,
Island Lake and Dunseith.
Carl Solberg and Miss Matilda Kildahl
we're married on the 18th.
proving their church.. They will build
q bell tower thirty-eight feet high and
shingle and paint the church. Rev. MI.
Greene has been successful in his work
here and is we'll liked.
Albert Small will rent a building and
will open a meat market shortly.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
Bartlett ltems,
Special Correspondence of the 1srxR.oc.4s.

Specia! correspondence OF the lNrER.OCnAN.
BARTLETT, April 2l.-The family of
Mr.. Nickeus, who has claims in 1892,
some nine In number arrived last Friday
evening. Two or three land seekers
whose names we did not learn came with
them.
Mr.. Murray, who is railroading in
Missouri, returned on the same train for
a short visit to his family.
Seeding is progressing rapidly with the
favorable weather of the present week.
Last weeks rain put the land in SPLEEN
did shape to receive the grain.
We noticed Devils Lakes new post
master, H. G. Rasmussen, on our streets
Wednesday.
Geo. L. Barrett moved his family out to
his claim north of here on Tuesday.
Col. Smith returned Monday from a
few days visit to his family at the Forks.
Tim Larkin, of Jerusalem, was in after
a load of feed Wednesday.
The business Of killing gophers In this
vicinity is we'll followed, as the Nelson
county authorities are paying a bounty
OF three cents each. X-l0.U-8.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
DEMOCRATIC "REFoRM."
Settlers to Be Forced from Their
Homes by the Army.

PIERRE, April accompany E. Elev.
enth infantry, stationed at Fort Sully,
received orders Sunday morning to pro
coed at once to Winnebago and Crow
Creek reservations and drive the settlers
foom the land. The company under
command of Captain Myers. and Lieu
tenant Gerivists, left the post Sunday
morning and camped at Canning last
night. Military orders are reported to
be strict, calling for the obstruction of
property if necessary and the use of
guns and balls. The greatest excitement
exists and it would not be surprising to
see a miniature rebellion inaugurated
on these lands. They were thrown open
by the Arthur administration Feb. rs,
1884, and thousands of honest settlers
from all parts of the United States rushed
in and took possession of claims. The
ground was plowed, houses built and the
work OF improvement continued until
President Cleveland revoked Arthur'spro-
clamation and made hundeds of paupers
against all right and justice Calling
upon the military has caused excitement
to run high and only the GOODNESS and
caution of Captain Myers can avert
bloodshed.
A FIGHT IMMINENT.
PIERRE, OAK, April l9.-Company E,
Eleventh, infantry marched thirty
miles yesterday, and at this writing has
entered the Wlnnebago reservation and
will continue on to Big Bend, where the
settlers have gathered. Citizens here
are greatly excited, and a large party
left this morning for the scene Of action.
The agent ut Crow Creek this morning
te%legraphed to Col. R. 1. Dodge, in com:
mand at Fort Sully, inquiring whether
the troops had moved. He anticipated
trouble, as the settlers are enraged, and
have resolved that the government must
evict them by force. Sheriff Geo w.
Harris, of Hughes Co., is now on the
Winnebago reservation where he has
resided since Arthur's proclamation was
issued. His removal means loss oil
crops, cattle and houses. Harris is m
old pioneer and one of the most daring
men on the frontier. Should he say
the word the settlers would organize,
take him as their leader and fight it out,
even if every ma was killed. The lit.
tie band of settlers feel that they are IN
the right, and they have the sympathy
of the people. Couriers are. expected
hourly with messages from the settlers
MARCHING ON.
PIERRE, OAK, April 2O.-News from
the Winnebago reservation reports the
soldiers moving to the Big Bend. where
the agent of the Grow Creek agency
anxiously awaits them. Owing to the
distance from a telegraph station moth.
ing definite can be learned.
THE STORY IN WASHINGTON.
CANTON, OAK, April 2O.-Delegate
Clifford pronounces the action of the
government in driving off settlers from
the Grow Greek and Winnebago reser.
vations Il fragrant violation Of law, o.
propriety and of humanity. 1t was
said at Washington during the winner
that the settlers were interfering with
government cattle. Public sympathy
here is warmly in favor of the settlers
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
Information ant

The following has been received by the
postmaster in this city:
information as to the present where
abouts or anything concerning Philip F.
Fulmer, will be thankfully received.
Last news from him was in 1863. He was
then clerking in Cedar Rapids, Ia, and
intended going to st. Paul, MINI. His
former home was at Milford, Pa. Should
he receive his mail at your Office please
advise me; il not, give this ~ much
publicity as may be In your power, and
greatly oblige. Yours truly,
B. F. STRADER, Postmaster.
STEwARTsvILLE, New Jersey.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
Handsome RINGS.

1t is a treat to examino those new rings
which A. D. Morris has just received
They are the handsomest we have seen.
in many a day. Dune knows what good
jewelry is and has the knack of choosing
] only the prettiest and newest designs.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23

The New Rockford Transcript which
has been showing many signs of inn
provoment lately, has been changed in
size and enlarged to an eight column
folio.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23

R. H. Young has sold the Pembina
Pioneer Express to Wardwell e. Thomp-
son. Bro. Young has made the Express
one of the best papers in North Dakota.
May his successors do as we'll.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23

The legislature having passed an act
changing the law in reference to the
publication Of legal notices, the INTER-
OCEAN now has in stock the new form of
affidavit of publication which all pub
fishers will be required to use. Price
$l.25 per block Of fifty, including post
age. Full stock of all kinds Of blanks,
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23

DUD HERsEY will remove his Hersey
house at Arvilla to Larimore, which
town will no doubt become IN important
eating station on the Manitoba.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23

BENSON and Eddy county people are
circulating and signing a petition asking
that the Cut Head Sioux reservation be
opened to settlement.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
Fine Stock.

I have purchased the fine Hereford bull
Gameblrd jr., the sire of which is owned
by Col. Ely, of Mouse river, and will
keep him at my place at Island Lake.
Partiet desiring to improve their stock
Aft JOHN TAYLOR,
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
Team for Sale.

A good team of horses for sale at rea,
sonable figures. Inquire of
52tf CHAs. M. FISHER.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
Wafchmakar

MI. D. D. Sullivan, an expert watch
maker, will have charge of A. d. Nor
ris' store. The public are invited t O in
spect the stock and get prices. 4t4
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
EstraY Pony.

A stray pony came to my place Mon
day, April 4. Owner will please call,
pay charges and take the same away.
*3t GEO. T. FLICK, Sec. 10, 1898
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23

If you want a fine match team of fancy
driving mares, or a good team of heavy
mules, the latter weighing 24OO and 1873
high, don't fail to see r. w. Main, Cando.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23

IT cost $4,000 to christen Secretary
Whitney's baby. That's the kind of
"Jacksonian simplicity" they haye at
the white house.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
BUSINESS NOTES.

IF. Cowan always has money for final
proofs and good farm loans. Aft
Ladies', call and see our so cents kid
glove. 34 T. T. LEE,
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
For Sale
Horses and Mules.

A secondhand showcase; very reason
able. Inquire OF w. w, Wishart. soft
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
Cook and Girl

Wanted, at the Lakeview House, after
May l, an experienced cook and a dining
room girl. Apply at c. G. Ellis resi-
dence. 4t2
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
ClYdesdale Stallion.

The Clyde stallion Selum IS in service
at O. B. Spencer's farm, 1864. Five dol
lars cash and IS when foal is assured.
Ats WIN. NJ. BUCK, Manager.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
Sheep.

NJ. L. Hef1in has gone to Missouri to
bring up 400 sheep, which he will sell
for cash or good security. SIG
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
NEWS.
Various Notes Gathered by the
"Inter.O ocean, staff.
The Northern Tier.


Special Correspondence Of the INrRR. OCEAN,
BoDEN, April 2O.-Last weeks new
corners are in the persons of Mr.. FIN
ner and his two sons, who arrived from
Michigan to acquire a piece of our ia
o paradise. We understand Mr.. f,
and sons are practical agriculturalists,
and will eventually be classed among
our foremost farmers.
Jshn Burkhardt, Hans Lee and J. H.
Tarbox constitute the corps of able-bod-
led assistants employed on the Boden
farm for the spring season,
Peter Traynor, who has been confined
to bed by o peculiar sort of rheumatic
complaint, is now slowly recuperating.
George Davis was seriously, though
not fatally, Kicked in the chest one day
last week by q new horse. 1t was thought
at first that some of his ribs were frac-
tured, but later developments prove the
contrary.
Rasmus Bottolfson will assist A. r.
Mcdonnell during the spring season to
SOW his little grain field of 2OO acres,
Simply to avoid taking an active part
in the simple work of seeding, q $3.50
mule belonging to Carney Bros. 'passed
in his checks" last Sunday. Peace be to
his ashes.
In our next we may be enabled to fur
nish the acreage Of grain sown in this
" NA4AS SSAN "AASA = 0Ao" 08 4uAS
crease over that Of last year by a good
deal. BEEcHER.
Webster Waltz.
Special Correspondence Of the IsrEa.OcsAu.
WEBSTER. April l8.-The croakuses
are croaking. The feathered orchestra.
are busily engaged sticking up bills"
for their annual series Of concerts in the
north. Happy are we all to see them.
1.-The voice. of the Turtle mountain
carts is heard in the land; also of Capt.
Jones' new broadcast seeder.
Seeding is now the order of the day
and the festive blackbird is growing tat.
School No. l began work yesterday
with nine scholars in attendance. Dr..
G. G. Ellis, of Devils Lake, made this
school q short call. He is q gentleman
who takes a live interest in the cause Of
education.
Miss Addie English, of Cando, is now
visiting at Mr.. LaPlant's.
Mr.. VIM. Buck has returned accompan-
led by his mother but minus the bride.
She, we presume, is among the future
contingencies.
R. P. Osborn, lately of Minneapolis, is
and friends in this place. Like all the
road fever and will soon turn his steps
hither.
Mills Averill, of Towner county, is
helping E M. Franklin scatter his seed,
after which, vice versa.
On Saturday last several of the ladies
made Mrs. w. w. Jones a visit. A storm
was predicted in consequence, but for
tunately it did not come.
EARLY ROSE.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23

One good horse for sale. Time given
if we'll secured. Apply to
G.. L. HUNTER.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23

a Fill oil good applications for
Loans. JOHN w. MAHER.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1887-04-23
For Sale-Sheep.
For Sale

Parties desiring to purchase sheeI
address p. O. Box LIS, Devils Lake.